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Episode 6- Walter Rodney: ‘Rodney Riots; The Revolution Will Not Be Televised’
Dr. Walter Rodney was a preeminent Guyanese political activist, academic, historian, and orator. In 1968, the ‘Rodney Riots’ swept Jamaica after Prime Minister Hugh Shearer banned Rodney from returning to his teaching post at UWI-Mona while he was away; eventually leading to several deaths and millions in damages. We discuss his life and exploits as a black revolutionary on today’s episode.
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Produced by Pelican Media Group
Episode 6- Walter Rodney: ‘Rodney Riots; The Revolution Will Not Be Televised’
Dr. Walter Rodney was a preeminent Guyanese political activist, academic, historian, and orator. In 1968, the ‘Rodney Riots’ swept Jamaica after Prime Minister Hugh Shearer banned Rodney from returning to his teaching post at UWI-Mona while he was away; eventually leading to several deaths and millions in damages. We discuss his life and exploits as a black revolutionary on today’s episode.
Connect with The Island Archive – Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok |
If you’re looking to find out more about the topics covered in this episode visit us on www.islandarchive.com.
Produced by Pelican Media Group